Victims are being compelled to work long hours, often in hard conditions, and to hand the majority of their wages to traffickers.

There are many signs to look out for, including the following:

· Evidence of sexual abuse and threats of violence

· Excessive dependence on employers or third parties

· Excessive working hours

· Sub-standard living conditions

· Wages being withheld or excessive wage reductions

· Restriction of movement and confinement, to the workplace or to a limited area

Domestic servitude

Victims are being forced to work in private households, performing tasks such as childcare and housekeeping, over long hours for little pay.

There are many signs to look out for, including the following:

Poor living conditions - someone living in dirty, cramped or overcrowded accommodation, and/or living and working at the same address

· Few or no personal effects - victims may have no identification documents, have few personal possessions and always wear the same clothes. What clothes they do wear may not be suitable for their work

· Reluctance to seek help - victims may avoid eye-contact, appear frightened or hesitant to talk to strangers and fear police

Criminal activities

Victims are being forced to take part in criminal activities such as cannabis farming.

There are many signs to look out for, including the following:

· Properties where the curtains or blinds are closed at a property all the time, a pungent smell is coming from the property, and there are visitors at unusual times day or night.